Drowned Ammet

Diana Wynne Jones

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Drowned Ammet

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Book 2 of The Dalemark Quartet

by Diana Wynne Jones

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Salt spray fills the air, and the rough waves crash against the rocky shore as Mitt and his friends run toward the hidden Holy Islands. The wind whispers secrets of ancient folk heroes whose magic could change everything. What will happen when they discover the truth behind these legends?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Mitt, a young boy fleeing a harsh government with two friends to the mystical Holy Islands. Along the way, they uncover the identities and powers of legendary folk figures, blending adventure with themes of courage and resistance. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains mild peril and explores ideas of authority and bravery.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

320 pages
ISBN
9780060298722
Pages
320
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Published
April 1, 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FantasyFantasy & MagicRunaway ChildrenFantasy FictionDalemarkAdventure and AdventurersEnglish Fantasy Fiction